February 6th 2024.
The younger generation, known as Gen-Z, has grown up with screens in front of them since birth. This begs the question, is this constant exposure to technology a negative thing? As a member of Generation X, I am part of the last cohort to remember a life without smartphones and computer screens constantly at our fingertips. In a recent MetroTalk, a Gen-Z reader expressed a longing for a simpler time without the constant influence of the internet and its potential negative effects on our brains. But is the internet truly the "worst-ever invention," and could we, having experienced life without it, consider going back to a more digitally-free existence? Or perhaps, the thought of not being able to quickly find answers to our questions through a simple Google search is not something we would want to go back to. Share your thoughts on life before the internet and other related topics in the comments.
As a 25-year-old who has grown up navigating life through technology, I can't help but feel nostalgic for a time I never experienced. I have even taken the step to delete most of my social media accounts, including the notoriously addictive TikTok. I believe it to be the most harmful platform of them all. I unintentionally convince many of my friends to join me in my anti-brain-rot campaign. Let's do what humans do best - let's rebel against the norm. This sentiment is echoed by Laura from West London.
But what about the support for parents in this tech-saturated world? Esther Ghey, mother of murdered Brianna, has brought attention to the challenges of parenting in today's digital age. She calls for a ban on social media for children under 16 after it was revealed that her daughter's killers had watched disturbing videos online. This is the first generation of children and parents to have grown up with such easy access to technology. Where is the support for parents in navigating this new world? Many institutions tend to blame parents for their children's online behavior. In support of Esther's campaign, Dave from Hove suggests that the government step in and make it law for specific devices to be sold and used by children under 16, as well as implementing age verification for adult phones and apps. He also suggests offering content protection and profiles for teenagers, not just children and adults.
Some may argue that we should take a cue from France and start fighting back against the rising state pension age, which may reach 71. This is a hotly debated topic, with Steve from Hackbridge expressing his frustration with the working class being expected to work until they drop dead. Others may question whether the Labour Party takes the black vote for granted, as they are now worried about losing Muslim voters due to their stance on the conflict in Gaza. Joyce from Tottenham, a former Labour supporter, brings attention to the party's lack of action on issues that affect the black community, such as systemic racism and disproportionate mortality rates.
Moving on to another hot topic, some may argue that the Conservatives are losing their sense of purpose. Mike from Surrey believes that they have failed to protect valuable institutions, such as the National Trust, which has been taken over by "extremists." He believes that this lack of action is a sign of the party's downfall.
Finally, the debate on euthanasia continues, with Brendan from Ruislip arguing that it goes against the basic moral principle that all human lives are valuable. He believes that once we start killing people instead of treating their ailments, we lose our moral compass.
In light of recent news of King Charles' cancer diagnosis, some are calling for a closer look at possible causes of cancer. AW from Middlesex suggests toxic chemicals, pollution, and plastic particles in our environment as potential contributors to the rising cancer rates. This raises the question - what are your thoughts on this topic? Share them in the comments below.
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